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Celebrate San Francisco 2016 Summer Sailstice in Alameda!

Just as the America’s Cup events are globetrotting, this year’s Summer Sailstice event links the sailing world together to celebrate sailing all over the globe on the same day. Join us for the San Francisco 2016 Summer Sailstice celebration in Alameda at Encinal Yacht Club on June 18, 11am.

If you are a seasoned sailor or curious about learning to sail, this is the place to be. Small sailboat racing, sailboat rides, boat building contest, life jacket plunge, BBQ, Adult Social Beverages – featuring Goslings famous Dark ‘N Stormys, National Historic Landmark scow schooner ‘Alma’ tours and lots more, including entertainment all day culminating into the night of the full moon summer solstice. The last group to play is Wicked Lobstah – Alameda’s own three-piece acoustic rock cover band. You’ll hear The Eagles to Pink Floyd to Black Sabbath and everything in between.

Plus, during the day you can take a photo with the actual America’s Cup. The America’s Cup will be on display with a presentation by America’s Cup spokesperson Tucker Thompson.

There will be plenty of places to tie up along the waterfront. Contact Encinal Yacht Club for more information:

Summer Sailstice on the estuary at Encinal Yacht Club

Encinal Yacht Club

1251 Pacific Marina
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-3272

info@encinal.org

Rock Wall Wine Co. Presents Food Truck Frenzy!

Pick your favorite outdoor lounge chair, grab a glass of wine, order from Scolari’s menu and then hunker down to enjoy the view of San Francisco and its Bay. Welcome to Rock Wall Wine Co.’s urban winery at Alameda Point, the old Naval Air Base in Alameda. Housed in a 40,000 foot airplane hanger, Owner and Winemaker Shauna Rosenblum is having a great time combining the art and science of wine making to craft over 40 different wines from grapes sourced from 63 vineyards throughout California.

Rock Wall Wine Co owners Kent (Dad) and Shauna Rosenblum

Rock Wall is friendly and welcoming. “The wine industry can be stuffy and snobbish – but we are the antithesis of that,” says Shauna. “Our philosophy is that wine is delicious and should be priced so that everyone can enjoy it.” Shauna likes to share her wines. “I make what I love to drink and I have a passion for obscure varietals.” Rock Wall hosts events throughout the year to educate visitors and friends about their wines.

A spring event you may not want to miss – and the whole family is invited – Food Truck Frenzy, Mother Trucker! On Sat., May 7 from 6-9pm. More calendar details.

Urban Sip, their annual event, ushered in Spring on Sat., Apr. 23. It was a music-filled Open House afternoon where you could sip amazing wines, snack on local fare and take in the San Francisco skyline across the Bay. 40 wines were pared with delectable bites from restaurants including Boyd’s BBQ, Gold Coast Grill, High Street Station Café, Noodle Theory, Whisk Cake Creations, plus many more. Rock Wall staff pulled off a fun afternoon!

The Tasting Room is open 7 days a week – Mon. – Fri., 11:30am-8pm with Happy Hour from 4-6pm; Sat. & Sun., 11:30-6pm.

Rock Well Wine Co. is located at 2301 Monarch St. in Alameda at the Point (510) 522-5700.